Plan your road trip

Celebrate Yes, there will be celebrations galore ahead of the wedding but these events are a social affair and the bride or groom to be is right at the heart of it all. Celebrating with freedom while exploring new frontiers through a road trip gives you a chance for a one-on-one celebration of an important milestone. Good music, food, chatter, laughter and a winding road ahead of you – the perfect mix for celebration. Connect On a Whole New Level So, you have known your friend a long time and think you know each other inside out. It is one thing to hang out and chill over beers, movie marathons or shopping sprees, and quite another to spend hours in a car and crash at roadside motels for the night. You’ll come back feeling connected on a whole new level. Might just be the right opportunity for threadbare discussions on ideal honeymoon destinations or a perfect wedding gift. Ease the Pre-Wedding Jitters Man or woman, love or arranged, low-key or extravagant weddings – … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons You Should Take Your Friend on a Kickass Road Trip Before He / She Gets Married

Is there really anything better than the open road? Sure, flying can get you from point A to point B in a handful of hours, but there’s something incredibly satisfying about turning your travel into another great part of your trip. Well, folks, now’s your chance to brag. I want to hear about your road trips. I want to hear about all the cool stuff you got to see on your way, about the distances you traveled, about spontaneity and strict planning and whatever else you’ve got for me. It doesn’t have to be Jack Kerouac quality—but I know some of you out there have done some amazing drives behind the wheel. And I want ideas. As a race car fiend who also hates flying, I’ve done my fair share of stupid road trips trying to get to the track. Possibly the most impressive (or stupid, depending on how you look at it) was driving from Texas to Watkins Glen International. I wiped out the last eighteen hours of that trip in a single go, stopping for a nap … [Read more...] about Tell Us About Your Most Impressive Road Trip

If you plan on taking the open road this summer on your own European getaway, you probably can’t wait to get behind the wheel. However, before you set off, it’s worth making sure you and your car are fully prepared for the adventure ahead. In this blog, we take a look at three things you should do before you leave… Check your car It’s important to make sure that your car is in tiptop working order. Some of the checks you should carry out include: Inspect your car battery The last thing you’ll want to deal with during your road trip is a flat battery. So, to avoid being caught out in an unfamiliar country, it pays to inspect your battery before you leave. You should be able to find instructions on how to do this in your car manual, but unless you have extensive vehicle knowledge, this can be tricky. Instead, you could arrange for a professional such as Kwik Fit to do this for you. Assess your tyres It’s crucial that your tyres are safe and … [Read more...] about 3 things you should do before your next European road trip

WITH summer fast approaching, plenty of us will be planning to head away for a short break, or just get out on the road to enjoy the weather. But before you set off, there are a few simple tips you should take note of to make to ensure your road trip runs smoothly. IAM Roadsmart has pulled together a few simple things every driver should do ahead of a summer drive. First off, clearing out any excess weight including those coats, boots and scarves that took up permanent residence during the winter months will help you to save fuel even before you even set out. With all the summer glare around, you need to make sure you've got a clear view of the road. Your demister can put a film of grime from traffic fumes on the inside of the windscreen combine with the sunlight to block your vision. How to keep your car healthy in the heatBattery: Your car battery is dangerous as it is composed of acid and water. The water within the battery will evaporate faster in soaring temperatures … [Read more...] about Get your car ready for a summer road trip with these simple maintenance tips

Have you ever started planning a road trip only to realize how annoying it is to pack everything? I mean, you’re gonna need a tent. If you’re hitting the lake, you can’t forget the boat? And there’s nothing worse than trying to find non-perishables because your cooler can only last so long. It’s such a hassle that you might just give up on the whole fiasco because you can’t be bothered. Well, never fear, my friends. Ford understands your struggle, and they created the ideal Frankenstein camping car that accommodates every factor and variable you might run into during a relaxing trip out in the wild. Sure, it might look like nothing but a car with a boat on top—but press a button, and suddenly you’ve got the all-in-one ideal camping dream. The boat swings up and off to the side, revealing a two-person tent underneath. Lower the back hatch and fold out the roof, and you have the perfect covered kitchen, complete with a refrigerator … [Read more...] about The 1959 Ford Country Squire Camper Is Perfect For All Your Summer Road Trip Needs